Latest Satellite Manufacturing Jobs

Quality Control (QC) Engineer (shift based)

As a Quality Control (QC) Engineer, you will provide hands-on quality oversight during the build, integration, and testing of satellites and systems. You will perform inspections, verify compliance with standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring that all hardware and software meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Shift-work

Electronics Operations Engineer

As an Electronics Operations Engineer, you will work at the intersection of engineering, supply chain, and quality, ensuring the manufacturability, traceability, and supply security of electronic components. You'll manage component libraries, interface with suppliers, and support engineering teams with reliable data, all while contributing to the success of space missions.

Open Cosmos Ltd Didcot, OX11 0RL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Materials Controller

The Materials Controller role involves managing stock movements, supporting goods-in receiving, kitting materials, and organizing despatches. The position requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often liaising with various stakeholders.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

AIT Trainee

The AIT Trainee will work within spacecraft mission teams, assisting with mechanical and electrical integration, test planning, and cleanroom logistics. The role involves hands-on tasks, supporting mission teams, and potentially traveling overseas for testing. Upon completion of the 2-year training programme, the trainee will be offered a permanent position as an AIT Technician.

Surrey Satellite Technology Guildford, GU2 7YE, United Kingdom

On-site Contract

Materials Controller

The Materials Controller will manage stock movements, maintain warehouse security, and support goods-in receiving and kitting for a leading spacecraft and satellite company. The role involves working closely with stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate material handling and despatch.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Senior Sales Engineer

As a Senior Sales Engineer, you will work closely with Spire's Account Executives and customers to understand their operational requirements, design space-driven solutions, and support business-winning campaigns. You will lead technical presentations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure customer mission objectives are met with Spire’s satellite platforms and global infrastructure.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Power Systems Engineer

This role involves designing, analyzing, developing, and verifying power systems for spacecraft missions. You will work closely with senior engineers to deliver flight modules, manage documentation, and support spacecraft-level testing, ensuring timely delivery and quality of power systems.

Langham Recruitment Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior GNC Engineer

The Senior GNC Engineer will lead the design and development of Guidance, Navigation & Control systems for spacecraft, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to drive technical decisions and support mission-critical operations. Responsibilities include developing ADCS, performing spacecraft dynamics analysis, and mentoring junior engineers.

Alexander Associates Colorado, Brazil

On-site Permanent

Trainee Communications Engineer

This role involves training to become a Communications Engineer in the British Army, focusing on configuring and maintaining secure military communication systems, including radios, satellite links, and computer networks. You'll gain hands-on experience in cyber protection, build critical infrastructure for frontline operations, and earn a professional apprenticeship in Network Engineering or Cable Installing. The role offers structured progression, global travel opportunities, and development in technical and leadership skills.

The Army London, United Kingdom £27,282 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Software Engineer - DV Sponsorship (Defence Systems & Satcoms)

In this role, you will lead a small team of developers in building secure, mission-critical systems for defence and government clients. You will work on advanced satellite communications and secure networking platforms, using technologies like Python, ReactJS, NodeJS, and MySQL, while managing CI/CD pipelines and supporting complex technical issues.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Redhill, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom £75,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead Systems Developer

This senior, hands-on role involves leading the design and development of mission-critical Linux-based systems for global communications networks. You will mentor developers, shape development standards, and work on CI/CD, testing, and code quality, with exposure to VoIP, IP networking, and complex infrastructure.

Rise Technical Recruitment Redhill, RH1 1RJ, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Systems Engineer

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead the technical aspects of complex space missions, ensuring requirements are valid and well-defined. You will manage system requirements, technical budgets, and sub-system interfaces, and collaborate with internal and external teams to resolve technical discrepancies and ensure mission success.

Spire Glasgow, Alba / Scotland, G2 1AL, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Space Operations Engineer

This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient operation of in-orbit spacecraft, including assessing the health of the SKYNET fleet, monitoring spacecraft subsystems, and providing technical support. You will also be involved in project activities and customer monitoring during the assembly, integration, and test phases of new spacecraft.

Airbus Defence and Space East Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Head of Systems

The Head of Systems role involves leading and developing two teams of R&D engineers working on highly classified and technical products for space, land, and maritime defence. You will champion your teams, drive product development, and ensure projects stay on track in a dynamic and Agile environment.

Airbus Defence and Space Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Supply Chain Quality Manager

The Supply Chain Quality Manager will manage stakeholder relationships, perform product assurance tasks, and improve supplier quality and delivery performance. Key responsibilities include managing corrective action plans, mitigating risks, and communicating status updates. The role requires a background in procurement, quality, or engineering, with knowledge of space systems and satellite equipment development being a plus.

ARM Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom £35 ph

Hybrid Contract Part-time